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Newspaper

Colac Herald

Location

Colac, Victoria, Australia

Date

May 15, 1912

Page

2

Market report for Fat Cattle and Produce at Ballarat

Fat cattle and sheep market notes describe brisk demand for fat cattle with bullocks up to 145 pounds, cows to 175, and calves strong early then steady. Sheep and lambs drawn for with mixed quality, crossbred and merino prices listed. Ballarat Produce Market reports wheat at 4/4 per bushel, oats and barley ranges, potatoes and hay prices, with details from Malacourne and Chas. Veughaos & Co.

Qgphelong Penn Malacourne Ballarat Baturfiay Mesere Chas. Veughao Barry Bagllan

NYAL COD LIVER OIL TONIC PROMISES ENERGY BOOST

An advertisement extols NYAL S cod liver oil tonic blended with malt and wild cherry as a health booster for the system. It claims to improve blood and nerve tone, increase energy, and avoid the heavy, sluggish feeling from other tonics, priced at 4 shillings 6 pence per bottle with a personal recommendation.

Nyal

Colac Pharmacy Ad Promotes Local Telephony Services

EH W Wheeler Pharmacist on Mornay Street Colac advertises telephone night bell service, listing telephony number and indicating continuous operation. The brief notice markets local medical supply and pharmacy access for residents.

Mornay Street Colac

Timepiece sales pitch from Pearson's jewellery ad

An old advertisement promotes clocks and watches suitable for various rooms and purposes. It touts humidity and climate compatibility, multiple designs and sizes, and prices from seven shillings six pence onward. The text urges customers to visit Pearson's Jewellery and Electro Plate for reliable timepieces.

Witrhosi I - Pearson Vox Pearson

Weather Forecast Promises Misty Start Then Clearing Skies

The forecast describes a misty start gradually clearing to fine conditions as the day progresses. Winds light and variable with no significant precipitation expected. Temperatures rise modestly, offering a calmer afternoon.

Trifle Agarmer

Loans on Crown Leases and Mortgages Offered

Notices describe financial services offering loans on Crown Leaseholds with principal reduction options and low interest, plus terms about no mortgage charge and payoff flexibility. Local office details and application instructions appear, followed by a death notice for James Hayes aged 40 and funeral arrangements in Colac, May 16812.

Credit Foncier FARNG Nicaeara

Decentralisation urged to shift Melbourne influence

The State Government faces calls to decentralise power and funds from Melbourne to rural districts. Critics warn ongoing central focus risks city prosperity and urge electrification of suburban railways, expanded ports, farm settlement, and larger country town growth through land subdivision and country industry incentives.

IBM Newport Subile Railway Department Melbourne Geelong Saas Legiotagrea Mel- Lownie Eliic Subaruan Railways Natheaana Yauaia

NOTES AND EVENTS BULLETIN FROM COLAC AREA

Police court notes Colac activities review Catholic Federation branch plan in Colac and Sunday meeting. Railways ministers discuss extending Wensleydale line with Geelong groups. Elocution wins at Colac contests. Weregurro Mutual Society and Loyal Alvie lodge report new members and upcoming events. Cinematic plans feature a color technology screening at Victoria Hall with a large program of short films and a motion picture program.

Golse Colac Catholic Federation Melbourne Geelong District Council Chamber of Commerce Geelong Progress Association Wensleydale Railway League Ap Lorne Progress Association Wensleydale Peter's Hill Beaverrin J. Dickson Golan Weregurro Mutual Jimprovement Society Me’ M'Gartin Mmbers Hawker Carolment Victoria Elaze A.C.B. Boclety Victoria Holt Funda Irom Atrang Cammithee James Hayes Ondit James Heyes Coleneo Corcrooke Defeasnd Geo James Amorrow Colug Ihan Hani of Lee Ee Aie Hogg Vamerica Culac Victoria Hall London London Graphie Fisher Cornwall Williams Bare Ymaccaughton Christina Macnab Fred MM. Waite Predericev Watson Too Maclaren Tenglund Alvieutadge Wold Alvie Lowel Colne Lodge Colne Lodge Iic Walter, Selwood Colne Hank Australia W. B. Bates P.O.R Hla.o.b. Society Aphy Tyler G. J.chandler Gro. A. Nibloch Yas Magkay W. Hales Corindhap Ythe Eylabus Iten Grattonhy Bro Hauser Prise Dickowortin Elosa Melbs Picture Company Miranda Liere Nazaaro

Manns conviction sparks parliamentary questions in London

In London on Monday night MPs debated the Tin Manny case as Mann, a Socialist party leader, faced a sentence for beer dilution at a public house he owns. The House of Commons heard shorthand notes and discussed possible release, with limited support for adjourni ng the session.

Parliament London Tin Manny Socialat Ppl Tabor House of Commons Oagetty Hema Marquita Tullibardine Mann

Paraguay Revolt Quelled as Rebels Defeated

Official reports state that 590 rebels with artillery and 1000 rifles were captured by the Republican troops in Paraguay. Several leaders were killed and ex-president Jara wounded as the revolution ends. Rumors of a throne aspirant appear uncertain.

Huenos Ayres Paraguay Jeaders Can Jara Ny tLe Mead

Trouble in China A Reuters Note on Mongol Summit

In Pekin Monty Night a Reuters report claims Tintsson is involved in securing the emperor's voice position. Supported by Prince Kixnpy, leader of the Mongols, and the governor of the province of Kangu roa, the outline sketches a fragile power struggle across central China with foreign backing shaping local authority.

Pekin Monty Neg Tintsson Kixnpy Kanguroa

Shipping men seek buyout of Penile and Oriental Co interests

In London on Monday night a group of shipping men tried to arrange a combine among Orient Company New Zealand Shipping Co British India Co and Union Steamship Co of New Zealand An offer to buy Peninsular and Oriental Co interests will be in sail follow up.

London Minimnum Northumberland Lord Mersey Btraker Northuegiberland Miners' Union Jondon Nunatchester Guardian Inn Group Orient Company New Zealand Shipping Co British India Co Union Steamship Co New Zealand Penile ‘and Oriental Co Willy Ib Sail

Pigeon to Compete in Grand National Pigeot Bowling

A pigeon named Majesty the Ming has completed training and is set to compete in the Grand National pigeon bowling contests in France in June. The creature was left at Bandringhans for preparation and is expected to represent its trainer in the event.

Greiter London Ming Bandringhans Frante

De Sheldon's Manmeth Liniment touted for pain relief

An old advertisement fragment promotes De Sheldon's Manmeth Liniment claiming it removes pain and puffiness. The text mentions price and mentions Colac and Welter Stephens in a questionable ad blurb.

de Sheldon Price Stephens Colac

German German Australia links urged by Professor Manes

Professor Alfred Manes argues in the Berliner Tageblatt that Sir George Reid visit could start new openings with Australia. He urges mass German emigration to aid development and to counter Japanese expansion, and proposes expanded German consul responsibilities and closer commercial ties to secure meat and fruit supplies for Germany.

Reuter Ji Oo Berlin Mondar George Rei Profesor Manes “Firdlers Australia Cotelision Germany Garmarr

Charges Against Jews Spark Violent Controversy

A sensational piece in The Reactionary, signed by theologians and politicians across Russia Britain and France, denounces efforts to revive blood libel accusations against Jews. The article criticizes prominent signatories including Archbishop Davidson and Lord Salisbury while accusing them of hypocrisy and mercenary motives.

Igwe Bewter ST. Petershung Aomteb Jna Mahifeeto Ther Mil Mttal Rusia Germany France England Ur Davidson Canterbury Cardinal Bourne Lord Tosellery Lord Cromer Balfour Australia Newcenay Hse

Langford Defeats Barry in Melbourne Athletic Pavilion Bout

Boxing notes report a Monday night match at Melbourne Athletic Pavilion where Ian Langford, 12 st 6 lb, defeated Jim Barry, 4 st 216 lb, over 20 rounds. Langford used jabs and right hands with sharp uppercuts in clinches, delivering a heavy punch that loosened Barry’s teeth. Barry was knocked down in round 11 and was counted out before the referee stopped the contest.

Melbourne Athletic Pavilion Ian Langford Jim Barry Barry Langford

State Cabinet Prepares Bills for Next Session

The State Cabinet plans about two bills for the upcoming session opening around June 26. Measures include amendments to the Closer Settlement Act and acts on roads, rail electrification, trusts, and factory reform, with budget emphasis on school improvements and railway construction.

Credit Fencier Greater Melbourne Melbourne Burton Wentworth New South Wales Labor Bureau Watt Wil Ostover Ami

Presbyterian General Assembly elects moderator in Melbourne

The State General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church in Victoria met at West Melbourne Church with Rev. Mathew MUA presiding. J. Robinson Bid. of Freswick was elected moderator succeeding Rev J. Mathew. The moderator’s address urged moral and spiritual education, social improvement, and the church’s role in shaping character and religion.

General Assembly Melbourne State General Assembly Presbyterian Church Vicestoria West Melbourne Mathew Tey C. Robinson Freswick J. Mathew Q. Thobinson South Pole Mies Josug

Rural Producers' Association meeting at Colac discusses wage and union impacts

An amended rural producers gathering at Oddfellows Hall Colac chaired by Sydenham considers forming a Volge branch and opposing wage demands. Speakers warn of monopolies facing farmers, the arbitration court, and potential job losses in dairying and farm work.

OddéeRonn Hill Forting Association Ab Colac Ti.f Sydenham Hankin Sargood Agshciation Kendall Rural Workers’ Union Volge Cu W. Woods Rural Producers’ Assoriaation Jini Woods Monopolien and Combines Iabor Union Sean Inbar Hingwest Jim Chew Cilel Torca Irecholita Loulay Commonwealth Othier Messry T. Bath J. J. Mor ‘Issy John Hancock Mut Hith Flv Vaughan Or ’Ams T. M'Grath Sydenham Thetis Tent M‘renzie TL Tolinstone

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